Master Technician - French Horn Specialist - EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Conn Selmer, Inc•Elkhart, IN

About The Position

The Master Technician - French Horn Specialist inspects, grades, adjusts, and play-tests French horns and other products to meet established quality standards and the “Play out of the Box” customer expectation. The role assesses instruments as received, performs needed adjustments, and accepts, rejects, or quarantines products according to established standards and protocols. The technician supports facility projects and operational goals, provides technical input to Quality, Manufacturing, Product Development, and Engineering teams, and contributes to improved inspection and setup procedures. The position also assists with packaging finished products, other inspection duties, and team training. The role requires flexibility to work in all facility areas as directed and includes other duties assigned by the facility quality lead or facility manager.

Requirements

At least 3 years of musical instrument repair experience.
Extensive instrument repair knowledge, experience, and techniques.
At least an associate degree in Music or Music Education, or equivalent experience.
Experience or understanding of working with small tools, measuring instruments, or parts.
Proficiency in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to work independently as a self-starter and deliver positive results.
Willingness to learn and work as part of a dynamic team.
Ability to walk and/or stand for most of the shift.
Vision correctable to 20/20.
Ability to safely lift up to 40 pounds unassisted.
Ability to perform repetitive work for a prolonged period.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to dust, noise, and vibration.
Ability to frequently kneel, crouch, bend, stoop, reach, and push carts.

Nice To Haves

BIRT School certification or diploma.
Strong brasswind playing experience.

Responsibilities

Inspect, grade, adjust, and play-test French horns and other instruments.
Set up and adjust instruments to meet the “Play out of the Box” customer expectation and product standards.
Assess the condition of instruments as received and inspect trial and returned products.
Report on improvements that could enhance the quality of projects produced.
Follow and uphold processes and procedures for cosmetic quality and instrument functionality.
Accept, reject, or quarantine products according to pre-established standards and protocols.
Provide technical input to the Quality, Manufacturing, Product Development, and Engineering teams.
Assist with facility projects and operational goals and objectives.
Assist with packaging finished products for shipment or presentation to customers.
Assist with other inspection responsibilities as needed.
Help develop plans and procedures to improve inspections and setups.
Support team performance by assisting with training and sharing trade tips and techniques.
Work in all facility areas as directed and perform other duties assigned by the facility quality lead or facility manager.